Bryan Perry

Use Option Collars to Button Up Gains

If one of your stock has made some significant gains, a collar is an option strategy that can help you preserve your profits and protect you in case the shares take a tumble.

5 ETF Advantages

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are turning into the 'next big thing' in many investment circles.

Take Options Profits in STRIDES

Learn about a type of hybrid security that is structured like a bond and matures in a fairly short time frame, and even pays dividends.

Build Your Own ETF with Options

If you're finding it tough to grind out profits in the current trading environment, consider this strategy: Create your own ETF with options from stocks in hot sectors.

Keep Risk in Check

You don't have to buy the same number of contracts with every options trade you make, especially when trading the options of higher-dollar stocks.